Sr. Performance Manager

Cars.com LLC; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 64,600 - 79,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans

New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up

Generous PTO

Service-based recognition program for additional paid time

Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day

Job summary

Cars.com LLC is seeking a Dealer Inspire Platform and Media Performance Manager in Kentucky. This role involves providing expert guidance on digital media strategies and developing tailored solutions to assist clients in achieving their marketing goals.

The ideal candidate will have experience in client-facing account management and digital marketing, along with excellent customer service and communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare plans and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in client-facing account management.
• 1+ years experience in digital marketing and media buying.
• Excellent customer service skills are required.
• Outstanding presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on digital media strategies.
• Create and execute unique marketing ideas for dealer partners.
• Educate clients on all Cars Commerce capabilities.
• Maintain and retain a Dealer Inspire book of business.

Skills

Client-facing account management

Digital marketing and media buying

Customer service skills

Presentation and communication

Organization and detail-oriented

Knowledge of Paid Search and media

Google Analytics

SEO fundamentals

Website design best practices

Job description

Dealer Inspire Platform and Media Performance Manager

Provide expert guidance on digital media strategies, recommending tailored solutions to help clients achieve marketing and business objectives through data‑driven insights and best practices.

Meeting preparation & presentation.

Develop, present & discuss client strategy for Websites, Digital Advertising, Conversations Chat Platform, Online Shopper Digital Retailing, and more.

Create and execute unique marketing ideas/strategy for dealer partners.

Stay on top of industry trends.

Educate clients on all Cars Commerce capabilities including website solutions, acquisition, marketplace, and media.

Work seamlessly with a wide range of departments: General Support, Inventory Support, Digital Advertising, SEO, Compliance, Marketing Design, Sales, Analytics.

Responsible for maintaining and retaining a Dealer Inspire book of business.

Opportunity to build your book of business by generating sales referrals.

Desired Skills & Experience

• At least 1+ years experience in client‑facing account management or performance management.
• At least 1+ years experience in digital marketing and media buying.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Outstanding presentation & communication.
• Must possess the ability to project over the phone.
• Must be very organized, punctual, and detail oriented.
• Fast learner & interested in new technologies.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to succeed and work independently in a remote environment.
• Strong knowledge of: Paid Search and media (Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Video, Display), Google Analytics, SEO fundamentals, website design best practices.

Compensation

Total Target Compensation Range: $64,600.00 – $79,150.00 (base salary + variable).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans.
• New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up.
• Generous PTO.
• Refuel – service‑based recognition program for additional paid time.
• Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day.

Equal Opportunity

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.